John Cohea Friction Folder - completes a 3piece Hawk/Belt Knife/Folder matched set

RogerP

RogerP

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Greetings all,

A recent arrival from John via Coop is the final piece in a frontier-styled matched set that I have really enjoyed putting together.

First came the impressive warhawk with Mississippi driftwood stand:

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We decided that maple and copper would be the unifying theme for the set, which next saw the large belt knife added:

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Finally, the smallest of the trio, but every bit as impressive as its siblings:

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As you can see, each blade comes with a sheath that is a work of art unto itself. Those that haven't picked up John's CDs showing the meticulous hand work that goes into crafting these beautiful items are missing out on both a visual treat and a real education on the subject as well.

I just could not be happier with each individual piece - and I'm particularly thrilled with how they all come together as a set.

It's a step down from the images by Coop and Buddy Thomason above, but I had to at least try to get them all together for a family portrait:

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John - hats off to you - the entire process has been a real pleasure in every respect. Coop and Buddy - thanks to you both as well for presenting these pieces so well. And thanks to all for tuning in.

Roger
 
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Roger , Johnny sure has done right by you. Your collection is outstanding. The color on the folder is beyond words. Thanks for showing and John GREAT JOB. KT
 
John Cohea has always struck me as a good guy and an imaginative and talented knife maker. This thread is certainly testament to that.
 
I love a thematic collection. Great series here!

Each time I handle one of John's pieces, I scratch my head wondering; Where does he think of this stuff and where does he get those trinkets?

Thank you, Roger. Congrats to ALL!

Coop
 
This is great ! :)
Congrats, Roger, and Thanks for sharing !
The folder seals it as the final touch on your exceptional and impressive matched collection. :cool:
Coop's photo of John's tomahawk still gets me every time.

Doug
 
Like pure grade A cream, John's talent has risen to the top! I remember when I first met John at Blade three or four years ago and he was in awe of the work of a couple of established "legends" in his genre, and now he is leading the pack. Great work, John.

.......and Roger, I know you had some in put on this set and the way it flows together is amazing. Beautifully thought out and executed.

Paul
 
kid terico said:
Roger , Johnny sure has done right by you. Your collection is outstanding. The color on the folder is beyond words. Thanks for showing and John GREAT JOB. KT
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That he has my man - thanks to all for your comments.

Roger
 
Thanks for all the compliments guys,and thank you Roger for the post and the chance to create this set for you.I had a blast making each and every piece and hope they bring you years of enjoyment!As you well know,the first two pieces recieved more than their fair share of press.We can only hope for similar sucess with this one:D!
Coop and Buddy,thank you both for your fine photos that display these pieces so well.You both sure do know how to make a fellow look good:thumbup::thumbup:
Coop,as far as the trinkets go,lots of Google and Ebay searches:D
 
John I am really impressed with all the new ideas you are comming up with. Thanks for showing.KT
 
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What an impressive set! Had to be fun on both ends, collector & maker. Super cool results. :thumbup:

- Joe
 
This set is an inspiration. I've been looking over the pics for a while and there is so much to absorb. John and Roger...fabulous result!
 
Spectacular set and vision Roger.
I hope you get a chance to ride off into the sunset toting those.
 
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